Overview
The STM32F301C8T7 is a microcontroller from the STM32F301x6/8 family, produced by STMicroelectronics. It is based on the high-performance Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at a frequency of up to 72 MHz and featuring a floating point unit (FPU). This microcontroller is designed to offer a balance of high-performance digital control and advanced analog capabilities, making it suitable for a variety of applications, including those in the automotive and industrial sectors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 with FPU |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 72 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 64 Kbytes |
| SRAM | 16 Kbytes |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit (up to 15 channels) |
| DAC Channels | 1 x 12-bit |
| Comparators | 3 fast rail-to-rail analog comparators |
| Operational Amplifier | 1 operational amplifier |
| Capacitive Sensing Channels | Up to 18 channels |
| Timers | 1 x 32-bit timer, 5 x 16-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | 3 x I2C, up to 3 x USART, up to 2 x SPI, Infrared transmitter |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C or -40°C to +105°C |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
| Package | LQFP 48 7x7x1.4 mm, WLCSP 49 3.5x3.2x0.6 P 0.4 mm |
| I/O Ports | Up to 51 fast I/O ports |
Key Features
- High-performance Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core with FPU, operating at up to 72 MHz.
- Fast 12-bit ADC with up to 15 channels and a conversion rate of 5 Msps.
- One 12-bit DAC channel.
- Three fast rail-to-rail analog comparators and one operational amplifier.
- Up to 18 capacitive sensing channels supporting touchkey, linear, and rotary sensors.
- Extensive range of timers, including one 32-bit timer and five 16-bit timers.
- Advanced communication interfaces: three I2Cs, up to three USARTs, up to two SPIs with multiplexed full-duplex I2S, and an infrared transmitter.
- Low-power modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby, with a comprehensive set of power-saving features.
- Up to 51 fast I/O ports, all mappable on external interrupt vectors.
Applications
The STM32F301C8T7 is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Automotive systems, particularly in electric vehicles (EVs) for enhanced digital control and high-performance analog capabilities.
- Industrial control systems, such as motor control, power management, and automation.
- Consumer electronics requiring advanced analog and digital capabilities.
- Medical devices that need precise analog and digital signal processing.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F301C8T7?
The STM32F301C8T7 is based on the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 RISC core with a floating point unit (FPU), operating at up to 72 MHz.
- What is the maximum clock frequency of the STM32F301C8T7?
The maximum clock frequency is 72 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F301C8T7 have?
The device has up to 64 Kbytes of Flash memory and 16 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What are the key analog features of the STM32F301C8T7?
The device features a fast 12-bit ADC, one 12-bit DAC channel, three fast rail-to-rail analog comparators, and one operational amplifier.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F301C8T7?
The device includes three I2Cs, up to three USARTs, up to two SPIs with multiplexed full-duplex I2S, and an infrared transmitter.
- What are the operating temperature and power supply ranges for the STM32F301C8T7?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C or -40°C to +105°C, and the power supply range is 2.0 to 3.6 V.
- What types of timers are available on the STM32F301C8T7?
The device includes one 32-bit timer and five 16-bit timers, along with other specialized timers.
- Does the STM32F301C8T7 support low-power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with a comprehensive set of power-saving features.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F301C8T7 have?
The device has up to 51 fast I/O ports, all mappable on external interrupt vectors.
- What are some common applications for the STM32F301C8T7?
Common applications include automotive systems, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and medical devices.
- What package options are available for the STM32F301C8T7?
The device is available in LQFP 48 7x7x1.4 mm and WLCSP 49 3.5x3.2x0.6 P 0.4 mm packages.
